Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Sapindales
Genus:
Species:
brenesii
ID:
471777

Status:
valid

Authors:
Croat

Source:
cmp

Year:
1977

Citation Micro:
Ann. Missouri Bot. Gard. 63: 464 (1976 publ. 1977)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000471109



Common Names

  • Paullinia brenesii
  • Brenes' Paullinia
  • Brenes' Guarana


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Description

Paullinia brenesii (also called Brenes' guarana, among many other common names) is a perennial woody vine native to the tropical forests of South America. It has a twining stem and produces small white flowers in the summer. It grows in moist forests, along rivers, and other wet habitats.

Uses & Benefits

Paullinia brenesii is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and as a medicinal plant to treat fever and malaria.

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Paullinia brenesii is a bright yellow color and has a bell-shaped form. The seed is small and black, and the seedlings are thin and delicate.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Paullinia brenesii is a fast-growing, evergreen, perennial shrub. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. Seeds should be sown in a warm, moist environment and kept at a temperature of around 25°C. Cuttings should be taken from the tips of the stems and planted in a moist, well-draining soil mix. The cuttings should be kept in a warm, humid environment and should be kept moist until they have rooted.

Where to Find Paullinia brenesii

Paullinia brenesii is native to the Atlantic Forest in Costa Rica.

Paullinia brenesii FAQ

What is the scientific name of Paullinia brenesii?

Paullinia brenesii

What is the common name of Paullinia brenesii?

Brenes' Guarana

What is the family of Paullinia brenesii?

Sapindaceae

Species in the Paullinia genus

Paullinia carrenoi, Paullinia capreolata, Paullinia cauliflora, Paullinia chocoensis, Paullinia cirrhipes, Paullinia bracteosa, Paullinia brenesii, Paullinia caloptera, Paullinia capitata, Paullinia clavigera, Paullinia cururu, Paullinia connaracea, Paullinia coriacea, Paullinia cupana, Paullinia costaricensis, Paullinia costata, Paullinia bipinnata, Paullinia barbadensis, Paullinia bicorniculata, Paullinia alata, Paullinia alsmithii, Paullinia anisoptera, Paullinia apoda, Paullinia leiocarpa, Paullinia macrophylla, Paullinia livescens, Paullinia ingifolia, Paullinia densiflora, Paullinia integra, Paullinia jamaicensis, Paullinia manarae, Paullinia micrantha, Paullinia medullosa, Paullinia meliifolia, Paullinia imberbis, Paullinia filicifolia, Paullinia fimbriata, Paullinia echinata, Paullinia elliptica, Paullinia emetica, Paullinia granatensis, Paullinia grandifolia, Paullinia hispida, Paullinia guaviarensis, Paullinia fuscescens, Paullinia fraxinifolia, Paullinia glomerulosa, Paullinia fusiformis, Paullinia serjaniifolia, Paullinia spicata,

Species in the Sapindaceae family

References